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Differences of RUNX2 gene promoter methylation and transcription level in ankylosing spondylitis
ConclusionThe RUNX2 gene promoter was hypomethylated in AS patients. Meanwhile, the qRT-PCR verified the up-regulated expression on the transcription level, suggesting the abnormal methylation of RUNX2 contributes to the pathogenesis of AS. (Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases)
Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 30, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Feier Wang, Yuting Chen, Jiangping Kong, Shanshan Xu, Shengqian Xu, Zongwen Shuai, Guoqi Cai, Faming Pan Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Impact of obesity and overweight on C ‐reactive protein concentrations and disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
ConclusionCRP tends to be elevated in female patients with RA that have a higher BMI. Further research is required to assess this possible sex-related difference and to aid shared decision-making in order to avoid over-treatment and increased burden in patients with obesity and RA.PROSPERO registration number: CRD42022314580. (Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases)
Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 28, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Diana E. Flores ‐Alvarado, Jorge A. Esquivel‐Valerio, David Vega‐Morales, Andrea N. Garza‐Cisneros, Mario A. Balderas‐Palacios, Dionicio A. Galarza‐Delgado, Mariana Garcia‐Leal Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The cutaneous manifestation of dermatomyositis confounded with allergic rash might defer the diagnosis of malignancy
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Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 27, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Ren ‐Jie Lin, Chiang Chung, Ching‐Yun Wang, Pin‐Yi Wang, Wan‐Yu Sung, Jih‐Jin Tsai Tags: LETTER TO THE EDITOR Source Type: research

What is the role of antidepressants for patients with hip and knee osteoarthritis? A Cochrane Review summary with commentary
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Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 25, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Antimo Moretti Tags: COCHRANE CORNER Source Type: research

The effect of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) Disease Activity Score and SLE Disease Activity Index 2000 ‐based remission states in patients with SLE on damage accrual
ConclusionsPatients with SLE who achieved remission status according to the SLE-DAS index or SLEDAI-2K definitions did not show any significant difference in damage accrual compared to those who were not in remission. (Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases)
Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 25, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Patamarwadee Chitpet, Sumapa Chaiamnuay, Pongthorn Narongroeknawin, Paijit Asavatanabodee, Pornsawan Leosuthamas, Rattapol Pakchotanon Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The role of plateletcrit in Takayasu arteritis: A potential biomarker for disease activity and 6 ‐month treatment response
ConclusionPlateletcrit levels were positively related to disease activity and inflammatory index in TAK. Importantly, patients with high baseline plateletcrit levels may show a worse treatment response at 6  months. (Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases)
Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 25, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Ying Sun, Xiaomeng Cui, Xiufang Kong, Huiyong Chen, Sifan Wu, Lili Ma, Zhenqi Ding, Lindi Jiang Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Immunoglobulin ‐A vasculitis manifesting as edema in the scalp, face, and sternocleidomastoid muscle
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Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 25, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Hirokazu Taguchi, Shogo Shirota, Shuji Sumitomo, Shigeo Hara, Koichiro Ohmura, Hiroaki Nishioka Tags: LETTER TO THE EDITOR Source Type: research

Relationship between locomotive syndrome and large joint symptoms in rheumatoid arthritis patients
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Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 25, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Yasumori Sobue, Mochihito Suzuki, Yoshifumi Ohashi, Hiroshi Koshima, Nobuyuki Okui, Koji Funahashi, Hisato Ishikawa, Hidenori Inoue, Shuji Asai, Kenya Terabe, Masataka Maeda, Ryo Sato, Hironobu Kosugiyama, Yusuke Ohno, Shiro Imagama Tags: LETTER TO THE EDITOR Source Type: research

The causality between gut microbiota and ankylosing spondylitis: Insights from a bidirectional two ‐sample Mendelian randomization analysis
ConclusionOur study has established a genetically-based causal relationship between gut microbiota and AS. This finding suggests that we may be able to target and regulate specific bacterial groups in the gut to prevent and treat AS. (Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases)
Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 25, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Danyan Wang, Rongqun Li, Yue Jin, Xiangfeng Shen, Aiwen Zhuang Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Non ‐loading versus loading low‐dose colchicine in acute crystal‐associated arthritis: A double‐blinded randomized controlled study
ConclusionNon-loading low-dose colchicine was as effective as loading low-dose colchicine in patients with acute crystal-associated arthritis, regardless of renal function or type of crystals. (Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases)
Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 21, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Ployrung Laosuksri, Nathrudee Phrintrakul, Wanitcha Gumtorntip, Kittiya Na ‐Nan, Antika Wongthanee, Nuntana Kasitanon, Worawit Louthrenoo Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Characteristics of race/ethnicity in trials leading to anti ‐rheumatic drug approval for inflammatory arthritis by the US Food and Drug Administration
ConclusionsDespite many efforts to eliminate racial/ethnic disparities, the Black was consistently underrepresented in pivotal clinical trials compared to the 2020 US national race/ethnicity distribution data. The White was consistently overrepresented, and the Hispanic presented heterogeneous results. No evident time trend was observed. (Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases)
Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 19, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Yan Xie, Yang Liu, Yunhe Qin, Xiaoyuan Chen, Qibing Xie Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Factors associated with fertility intention among women with systemic lupus erythematosus in China: A cross ‐sectional study
ConclusionOur study identified a lower fertility intention in SLE patients who had reproductive concerns, sexual distress, family dysfunction, and fatigue. We encourage healthcare institutions to provide counseling services to all the SLE patients who have fertility intention and focus more on those who have requirements for fertility. (Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases)
Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 18, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Qian Liang, Xingxin Wang, Qian He, Xiaowei Ni, Rui Zhao, Juan Ji, Chen Dong, Zhifeng Gu Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Magnetic resonance imaging including bone erosion may be useful for predicting disease flares in patients with rheumatoid arthritis: A hypothesis
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Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 17, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Takeshi Suzuki, Miho Ohshima, Akitake Suzuki Tags: HYPOTHESIS Source Type: research

Thrombotic microangiopathy in a patient with anti ‐signal recognition particle antibody‐positive immune‐mediated necrotizing myopathy
We describe the case of a 61-year-old woman with anti-signal recognition particle (SRP) antibody-positive immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy (IMNM) who exhibited biopsy-confirmed thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA). The patient developed proximal-dominant muscle weakness and was diagnosed with anti-SRP antibody-positive IMNM based on muscle biopsy results and serological examination. A high-dose corticosteroid prescription was initiated, followed by intravenous methylprednisolone and intravenous immunoglobulin therapy (IVIg). The patient showed IVIg-induced hemolytic anemia with preserved ADAMTS13 activity. Transient oral t...
Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 13, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Kenji Sakai, Megumi Takahashi, Yumi Ito, Shota Yamada, Toru Ito, Yo Higuchi, Shigemi Kameda Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research

Effectiveness of traditional Chinese exercise in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome: A systematic review and meta ‐analysis of randomized clinical trials
ConclusionTCE may be a way to reduce pain, improve the quality of life and sleep, and relieve depression for FMS, and it could be part of the FMS treatment. (Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases)
Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - October 10, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Mengmeng Du, Xiujuan Hou, Siyi Lu, Tianlun Kang, Yuan Li, Ruoyi Wang Tags: REVIEW Source Type: research